FROM glorious glens to stunning bodies of water, our gallery shows you beautiful pictures of the Scottish Highlands at its finest.

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Dominated by vast mountain ranges - including Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK - the Highlands are home to some of the country's most captivating views.

But delve a little deeper into the area and you'll find glorious glens and winding lochs .

The ancient history behind the region also makes the Scottish Highlands even more fascinating.

Prior to the 19th century, the Highlands were home to a much larger population, but following events such as the Jacobite Rising of 1745, the Highland Clearances, and the Industrial Revolution, people have tended to migrate to more urban areas across the country.

Since this time the region has become one of the most sparsely populated in Europe, with an estimated population of around 323,000.

But the Highlands have remained a popular destination for tourists and visitors.

From hillwalkers to holidaymakers, people from around the world come to explore the amazing sights, wildlife and adventure activities on offer.

So, if you haven't had the chance to see the north of the country at its finest, our gallery above lets you discover the beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Then discover the beauty of the Scottish Borders with our gallery below.